George Bullock was a leading London- and Paris-based cabinetmaker who, although he died at age 40, influenced decades of British furniture design in the 19th century. He was a key figure in his day’s Empire and Regency design movements, and his furniture was often described as "Grecian." Bullock's solid wood cabinets, bookcases and dining room chairs were highly ornamental, complete with intricate inlay and marquetry in ivory, ebony and brass.
Bullock was born in 1777 in Birmingham, England, a city known at the time for its skilled artisans and craftspeople. In fact, his father made a living as a toy maker. Bullock first trained as an upholsterer and furniture maker, likely in his father’s workshop.
After moving to London, around 1800, he quickly gained a reputation for his innovative designs and skilled craftsmanship. Bullock worked for several prominent cabinetmakers, including Thomas Seddon and John Gee, before launching his own workshop, where he produced furniture in a variety of styles. With a keen interest in archaeology and natural history, he incorporated into his pieces motifs inspired by ancient Greek and Roman art, as well as naturalistic patterns featuring flora and fauna.
Bullock's work was highly sought by wealthy clients and aristocrats, even the exiled Napoleon Bonaparte. He produced pieces for many important homes and public buildings, including the Royal Pavilion in Brighton and the House of Lords in London. His success in London allowed him to open a second workshop in Paris, where he continued to produce furniture until his untimely death in 1818.
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Napoleon Buonapartes Regency Gilt Brass Hall Lantern Supplied by George Bullock
By George Bullock
Located in Benington, Herts
Extremely Rare and Important Regency Gilt Brass Hall Lantern Supplied by George Bullock to the Emperor Napoleon Buonaparte in Exile at Longwood House, St Helena 1816. Provenance Su...
Brass
Regency Palmette Cloche Lantern, Brass
By Vaughan Designs
Located in Westwood, NJ
Regency Palmette Cloche lantern, this three-light lantern design features intricate metalwork and a decorative hand-blown globe. The acanthus leaf Palme...
Brass
A Large Gilt Bronze and Glass 'Versailles' Hall Lantern
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Late 19th/Early 20th Century Gilt Bronze and Glass ‘Versailles’ Hall Lantern After the Versailles model, of octagonal and cage form, with a corona finial above scallop shells, fi...
Bronze, Ormolu
Pair of Hollywood Regency Style Gilt Brass and Glass Lanterns
Located in New York, NY
A significant pair of Hollywood Regency-style gilt brass and glass lanterns. Each lantern is formed with a hexagonal frame constructed from polished gilt brass, enclosing six glass p...
Brass
Brass Hall Lantern or Pendant Light
Located in Antwerp, BE
1950s pendant with beautiful and quality details. Controlled to the three pieces of E14 sockets.
Brass
$2,600Sale Price|31% Off
H 40 in W 13 in D 13 in
Monumental Renaissance Revival Gilt Bronze Hall Lantern
Located in Water Mill, NY
Renaissance revival gilt bronze lantern chandelier-gilded and cold painted bronze with original amber slag glass and original ceiling cap.
Bronze
Regency Style Gold-Lacquered Brass Hall Lantern
Located in New York, NY
Of hexagonal form; surmounted by anthemion finials and S-scroll brackets. With four electrified candle sleeves.
Brass
French Gilt Hall Lantern
Located in SAINTE-COLOMBE, FR
French Gilt Hall Lantern This French Gilt Hall Lantern features a one-piece cut glass clear shade that is surrounded by decorative adorments with fi...
Metal
$20,000
H 27.5 in Dm 14 in
English Regency Grapevine Blown Glass Hanging Bell Jar Hall Lantern, Circa 1810
Located in Charleston, SC
English Regency bronze and etched grapevine blown glass hanging bell jar hall lantern, Early 19th Century
Bronze, Wire
$2,250
H 25 in Dm 15 in
Wonderful Vaughan Gilt Brass Glass Panel Hexagon English Regency Lantern Fixture
By Vaughan Designs
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Vaughan Designs Style Gilt Brass With Inset Glass Panels, Hexagon Shaped English Regency Design Lantern, Wired With 3 Candelabra Sockets, Ready To Install With Chain And ...
Brass
Regency Hall Lantern, Large
Located in Westwood, NJ
Regency hall lantern. This classic lantern is based on a 19th-century six-sided original. Superbly cast, it demonstrates a range of techniques, fr...
Brass
Classic Brass Hall Lantern
Located in Westwood, NJ
Classic Brass hall lantern and based on a 1940's French design, this hall lantern marries a flowing shape with clean lines. The brass echoes the war...
Brass
$700
H 27.5 in W 12 in D 11 in
Rustic Brass and Glass Lantern Three-Light Hall Lantern Hollywood Regency
Located in Miami, FL
Rustic American Hollywood Regency brass and glass hall lantern three light fixture. The core is made out of a brass stem, very detailed. W...
Brass